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Traveling Trunks
May 11, 2021 10:00AM to Jul 11, 2021 4:00PM

Petite Exhibit: Traveling Trunks

After nearly a year and a half of pandemic induced restrictions, Americans are beginning to travel again domestically as vaccination rates against Covid increase, one is sure to dust off the luggage and decide when and where it is safe to visit first. 
May 16, 2021 2:00PM

FREE: Let's Go Fly a Kite

Come Fly a Kite on the Lawn of the Corbit House.
May 1, 2021 10:00AM

HOF opens for Tours!

Historic Odessa reopens for Spring tours on May 1st. HOF is open to the public through December, Tuesday through Saturday, 10 AM – 4:30 PM and Sunday 1 PM – 4:30 PM, Monday by reservation. Plan Your Visit »
Jun 10, 2021 6:00PM

Outdoor Walking Tour

Join us the second Thursday of every month for an evening outdoor tour of the houses at Historic Odessa.
May 13, 2021 6:00PM

Outdoor Walking Tour

Join us the second Thursday of every month for an evening outdoor tour of the houses at Historic Odessa.
Apr 8, 2021 6:00PM

Outdoor Walking Tour

Join us the second Thursday of every month for an evening outdoor tour of the houses at Historic Odessa.
Easter Eggs hidden
Mar 28, 2021 1:00PM

2021 Annual Easter Egg Hunt Cancelled for Weather

Historic Odessa's annual Easter Egg hunt takes place Sunday, March 28th at the Wilson-Warner House.
Festive Foods Demonstration
Dec 18, 2021 10:00AM

2021 Demonstration: Festive Foods

The crackle of logs on the fire, the sweet smells of apples and cinnamon, a mouthwatering chicken roasting over the coals….top off your holiday tour at the Collins-Sharp House as the Historic Odessa hearth cooks prepare delicious 18th century recipes typically enjoyed during the holiday season.
Festive Foods
Dec 11, 2021 10:00AM

2021 Demonstration: Festive Foods

The crackle of logs on the fire, the sweet smells of apples and cinnamon, a mouthwatering chicken roasting over the coals….top off your holiday tour at the Collins-Sharp House as the Historic Odessa hearth cooks prepare delicious 18th century recipes typically enjoyed during the holiday season.
Little Women illustration
Dec 8, 2021 4:30PM

By Reservation: Storybook Time (Older Children)

Join the Historic Odessa Foundation as we read excerpts from Little Women. Then, see the story come to life as we tour our holiday exhibit after decorating delicious holiday cookies.
Storybook Time
Dec 8, 2021 11:00AM

By Reservation: Storybook Time (pre-K and Kindergarten)

Join the Historic Odessa Foundation as we read excerpts from Little Women. Then, see the story come to life as we tour our holiday exhibit after decorating delicious holiday cookies.
Christmas in Odessa
Dec 4, 2021 10:00AM to 5:00PM

HOF Participates in "Christmas in Odessa"

The first "Christmas in Odessa" took place 57 years ago as a fundraiser for the Women's Club of Odessa. The purpose was to fund college scholarships for local high school seniors. With the help and cooperation of Odessa homeowners and the Historic Odessa Foundation, the Women’s Club of Odessa has provided scholarships to over 100 students.